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SIU-Edwardsville STEM Field Trip

Wed. March 12, 2025 | 8:30 am - 11:00 am | Free
STEM Center- SIUE Science East Building, Room 1276, Edwardsville, IL, United States

Visit the SIUE STEM Center to see the equipment lending library, try some of the hands-on demonstrations, and talk with our STEM education staff about recent projects and opportunities to partner!

Emily Wonnacott-Stanley
Emily Wonnacott-Stanley
Community Outreach Coordinator, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Harnessing the Magic of MagicSchool AI

Wed. March 12, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

Join us for this virtual workshop exploring MagicSchool, a leading AI platform, that allows educators to save time in creating lesson plans, differentiating instruction, writing assessments, creating IEP goals, communicating, and more.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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AI in the Classroom

Fri. March 21, 2025 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Free
Good Shepherd Lutheran 1300 Belt Line Road, Collinsville, IL, United States

Join us for an engaging session that will take you through a brief history of AI, highlighting its evolution and current advancements, particularly in generative AI. We'll dive into the concept of AI literacy, providing foundational knowledge and practical strategies for integrating AI into your teaching practice.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Esports Field Trip: East Alton-Wood River CHSD 14

Mon. March 24, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
East Alton-Wood River High School 777 N Wood River Ave, Wood River, IL, United States

Esports is an excellent way for students to participate in a team-based activity while developing social and practical skills that can lead to emergent college and career activities.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
Gerry Mattix-Wand
Gerry Mattix-Wand
Director of Technology, East Alton-Wood River Community High School
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Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

Wed. March 26, 2025 | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | Free
Kaskasia College Salem Learning Center 1475 West Whittaker St, Salem, IL, United States

Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just starting out, master essential design tools and empower student voice and choice. Unlock the limitless potential of Canva to create an out-of-this-world educational experience!

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Illinois AI Report for K-12 Schools: Navigating the GenAI Landscape

Fri. March 28, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:30 am | Free
Horrabin Hall, WIU 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL, United States

Join us for this important conversation as we work to bridge the AI literacy gap and prepare students for an AI-driven world. This panel will explore key findings from the Illinois AI Report and discuss the challenges and opportunities of AI integration in rural K-12 schools.

Wesley Koehler
Wesley Koehler
Technology Director, Frankline CUSD 1
Marjorie Rhoades
Marjorie Rhoades
Chief Academic Officer, Macomb School District 185
Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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Drones in the Classroom: Coding, STEM, and Preparing for the Future

Tue. April 1, 2025 | 8:30 am - 2:30 pm | Free
ROE 40: Jerseyville Office 201 W. Exchange, Jerseyville, United States

This hands-on workshop will explore how codeable drones can be seamlessly integrated into the classroom to foster coding skills, spark an interest in STEM, and prepare students for future tech-powered work opportunities.

Lisa Schwartz
Lisa Schwartz
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center
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AI 2.0: Image Creation and Digital Citizenship in the AI World

Fri. April 4, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

In this hands-on workshop, teachers of all grade levels will explore the use of AI for image creation and discuss the importance of digital citizenship in this new era of AI-generated content. Participants will learn how to use AI tools to create engaging and educational content for their students, while also developing strategies for teaching students how to navigate the ethical and responsible use of AI.

Ben Sondgeroth
Ben Sondgeroth
Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center
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ROE 28 CS Roundtable

Mon. April 7, 2025 | 11:30 am - 3:00 pm | Free
ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

Leaders and teachers from ROE 28 school districts will come together to discuss current CS programs and explore opportunities for support.

Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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Getting Started with AI | Special Education Edition

Tue. April 8, 2025 | 8:30 am - 10:30 am | Free
Online IL, United States

This introductory workshop is designed to empower special education teachers, new to AI, with the essential skills to address their unique classroom challenges and reduce workload.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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Celebrate National Poetry Month with Code.org Code with Poetry

Thu. April 10, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Free
Online IL, United States

April is National Poetry Month! Join us for a virtual workshop to learn how Code.org's Code with Poetry unit can engage students with computer science concepts in your ELA class! Participants will have the opportunity to experience the Code with Poetry lesson, learn how to access all the teacher resources to support implementation, explore the dashboard, and learn more about the other CS Connections units that support meaningful integration of CS in the content areas. This resource is a great fit for students in grades 3-8th grade.

Sarah Phelps
Sarah Phelps
Program Manager, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center
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Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

Wed. April 16, 2025 | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm | $25
U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

Tired of the same old teaching routines? Blast boredom our of your classroom with Canva, which can help you and your students embark on a creative journey towards impactful learning.

Emily Flach
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
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